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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2018 Boys & Girls Club celebrates National B&G Club Week The members of the Boys and Girls Club of Western Lane County are inviting the Florence community to join them for National Boys and Girls Club Week, April 9 to 12. This special celebration offers the general public the opportunity to experience the life-changing programs the Boys and Girls Club offers to children and teens in Florence. As part of the week, 4,300 Boys and Girls Clubs across America and U.S. military installations worldwide will host week-long celebrations featuring the many ways that the Boys and Girls Club of Western Lane County is “a place to become,” helping kids reach their full potential through outcome driven pro- grams that focus on encourag- ing youth to make healthy choices, build strong character and succeed academically. “A Place to Become…” highlights the impact of clubs and how trained youth devel- opment professionals help kids reach their full potential “Day in and day out, our Boys and Girls Club staff and Fielding community questions mentors deliver quality experi- ences that make a difference in a youth’s life beyond their time at the club. Research shows that kids who have an optimal experience at our clubs are also more likely to have positive self-esteem, vol- unteer and be engaged in school,” said Executive Director Chuck Trent. “National Boys and Girls Club Week is a special time when we welcome the community to witness the amazing impact clubs have on the lives of kids and teens.” On Monday, April 9, from 5 to 7 p.m., the club will be host- ing an open house at the Boys and Girls Teen Center, 1501 Airport Road in Florence. Come join the celebration and see what all the excitement is about. There will also be tours of the Nan Osbon High School Building. Learn more about programs and activities offered by The Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Lane County at www.bgcwlc.org or 541-902- 0304. Free cordless upgrade on shades (offer thru May 31, 2018) MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS Yesterday, Lane County Commissioner Jay Bozievich and candidate Nora Kent presented their positions and took questions from a capacity crowd during a meeting of the City Club of Florence at the Class Act Theatre. The free noon forum allowed the public to submit questions on economic, educational, environ- mental and social issues facing Lane County in the next four years. Look for a full story in the Wednesday, April 11, edition of the Siuslaw News. Watercolor Society takes a bold look at color Workshops, classes and field trips will highlight 2018 Spring Convention at FEC Blinds • Shades • Draperies • Shutters We Design ~ We Install Residential • Commercial • 30 Years Experience CCB#212734 541-991-3405 B Y M ARK B RENNAN Siuslaw News It’s a watercolor-full week- end in Florence as the Watercolor Society of Oregon (WSO) holds its 2018 Spring Convention and Experimental Exhibition at the Florence Events Center on April 7 and 8. The group is holding a series of workshops and lectures over the weekend that will offer instruction, critiques and tech- niques to all skill levels of watercolor artists. WSO plans to take advantage of the cre- ative energies inspired by the stunning coastal locations selected for the weekend. Organizers chose to hold the event in Florence with an eye to incorporating this area’s unique small-town beauty with the dynamism and energy of the coast. Saturday’s schedule includes two separate opportunities for artists to experience nature by $9.50 | $8.50 Sen/Student/Military | $8 Matinees Before 2 | $7.50 Child | $6.50 Members | Performing Arts: $19/$15/$10 APRIL 6 - 12 FRI 6 SAT 7 SUN 8 MON 9 TUE 10 WED 11 THU 12 2:05 PM 12:45 PM 1:10 PM 4:20 PM 4:45 PM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 9:15 PM 1:10 PM 1:10 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 1:10 PM 4:00 PM 6:50 PM 1:20 PM 1:20 PM 1:20 PM I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM PG 110 MIN – Stars Dennis Quaid Faith-based film tells the true story of a song. 6:10 PM 6:10 PM 6:10 PM “It lightens the burden of the pain people are 8:35 PM 9:00 PM shouldering today, and gives them something to look forward to.” Variety 1:20 PM 3:55 PM 6:50 PM 1:20 PM 1:20 PM 3:55 PM 3:55 PM 6:50 PM 6:50 PM 1:20 PM 3:55 PM 1:10 PM 12:20 PM 1:00 PM THE LEISURE SEEKER R 112 MIN – “A consoling, teary-funny road trip 3:35 PM 3:40 PM 4:00 PM comedy about an ageing couple who realize their 6:00 PM 6:35 PM 6:30 PM 8:25 PM 8:35 PM days – of living independently, at least – are numbered.” Telegraph 1:10 PM 3:45 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM 1:10 PM 3:45 PM 3:35 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:45 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM funny, but it’s also really smart in how it treats 4:00 PM both the adults and the kids. The scenes with the 6:30 PM former are much broader, as their panic about 9:15 PM their daughters growing up drives them to ever more ludicrous extremes.” Empire BLOCKERS –R 102 MIN – “It’s silly and very COURTESY IMAGE Watercolor Society of Oregon’s 2018 Spring Convention and Experimental Exhibition keynote speaker Fran Larson will give a demonstration and show her work. Above, “Take the Road to the Stars,” by Larson. joining in a “Paint Out.” Participants will be working on sketching and painting and will discuss ways to capture the beauty of the coast and Historic Old Town Florence at outdoor locations, under the guidance of Vinita Pappas and Steve Kleier. Those interested in these outdoors sessions will meet at the FEC and should prepare for adverse weather conditions. For those preferring a more controlled environment for their morning workshop, Mojdeh Bahar will be present- ing on the subject of the inter- connectedness of Nature and Persian Art. From 9 to 10:30 a.m., Ruth Armitage will be instructing attendees on the challenges associated with incorporating SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY APRIL 7 APRIL 8 APRIL 9 Rain/Windy Rain 52°F 46°F 52°F 42°F FRIDAY APRIL 10 APRIL 11 APRIL 12 APRIL 13 Partly Cloudy Rain Rain Showers Cloudy 63°F 46°F 52°F 42°F 48°F 40°F 50°F 42°F 53°F 43°F 7:00 PM RAMPAGE – PREVIEW! Events & Performing Arts: PAINTER'S SERIES: CEZANNE: PORTRAITS OF A LIFE 1:05 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 8:45 PM FRI 6 12:30 PM 1:05 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:45 PM SAT 7 SUN 8 1:05 PM 3:40 PM 6:30 PM MON 9 1:05 PM 1:05 PM 3:40 PM 3:40 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM TUE 10 WED 11 1:05 PM 3:40 PM 6:30 PM THU 12 3:00 PM 70 MIN – “One of the best documentaries of 2017.” True story of small town theft (and horses) NTL: JULIUS CAESAR RACK UP the Savings Shervin’s Spring Tire Sale!! 12:00 PM 90 MIN – Encore! ALL THE QUEEN'S HORSES the color white into watercolor. At the same time, Alexandra Eyer and Pat Renner will be showing a video for their class, “Two Nudes with a Tattoo.” Bold colors will be the sub- ject of Sally Bills Bailey’s workshop at 10:40 a.m. and Fran Larsen will critique 20 members paintings at 10:45. Afternoon sessions include advice on traveling with paint- ings given by Pat Farr. Geoffrey McCormack will pro- vide tips for shipping work. One of Friday’s highlights was the round table discussion between WSO winning artists from 1 to 3 p.m. The Saturday afternoon pro- gram will finish up with a workshop given by popular Zentangle instuctor Rosie Hill. An Artist’s Reception and a Dinner Banquet and Awards ceremony will conclude the evening. Sunday’s schedule is limited with the WSO business meet- ing at 8:30 a.m. The closing event will be a lecture and demonstration given by keynote speaker Fran Larson from 11 a.m to 1 p.m. For more information on the WSO Spring Migration, visit the event center, 715 Quince St., or call 541-997-1994. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY PG-13 115 MIN – Stars Dwayne Johnson READY PLAYER ONE – Steven Spielberg PG-13 140 MIN – “This is Spielberg’s biggest crowd-pleaser in years, a CGI ride that wields the technology with an eye for payoff.” IndieWire 3 A 6:00 PM 180 MIN – Nicholas Hynter’s new mounting with Ben Winshaw & David Morrissey Box Office opens 30 min. prior to 1 st Film | 1930 HWY 101 | www.citylightscinemas.com | Times: 541-305-0014 Receive Up to 15% off a set of any tire brand! mail-in rebates on select brands GET A FREE ALIGNMENT with your purchase of a new set of tires. * SALE RUNS UNTIL APRIL 15TH. 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